Frequently Asked Questions

• When is the library open?
  FALL & SPRING HOURS
  8:00AM - 9:00PM Monday-Thursday
  8:00AM - 5:00PM Friday & Saturday
  Please call The University Center librarian (936.273.7562) for summer and holiday hours.
• When is a librarian available in the library?
  9:00AM - 6:00PM Monday-Thursday
  8:00AM - 5:00PM Friday
• Where is the library?
  Third Floor of The University Center, Room 300 behind the elevators.
• Where is the computer lab?
  Same floor, Room 301, to the left of the elevators.

• Do I need to schedule a time to meet with a reference librarian at TUC?
  The librarian is available as needed for assistance with research in the library. No appointment is necessary but you might check to make sure she will not be off-campus when you need help. Faculty can schedule library instruction for their individual classes. The instruction can take place in the library or the librarian can come to the classroom.

• How can I find magazine, journal or newspaper articles?
  The University Center databases are available when you are on campus at TUC and several TUC partner libraries provide off-campus access to their on-campus collection of databases & indexes.
• How do I get a login or password to access the databases from home or work?
  
  • Your HOME campus university library will provide a login & password if off-campus access is possible.
  • Contact The University Center librarian for more information about databases & index access.
• Where are the books?
  The University Center library has a small collection of ready reference books, such as dictionaries, thesauri and style manuals. All TUC partner libraries have online catalogs that can be searched using keywords, titles or author names. Most of the partner libraries will allow distance learning students special off-campus borrowing privileges. Check the interlibrary loan rules for your individual library. Both books and articles can be quickly and conveniently delivered to TUC by courier or to an individual student via mail service.

• If I have an article citation or abstract how do I get the full-text article?
  If the full-text of the article is not available online from one of the subscription databases at TUC or your home library then you can use the online interlibrary loan forms. The article will be delivered by courier to TUC for easy pickup or mailed to your home.

  • Don't forget to use JAKE to find the correct database location if you are looking for individual journal/magazine titles.
  • Always check your home university online catalog to be sure they subscribe to the journal/magazine title you need.

• I'm done with my paper, how to I document/cite the resources I used?
  You may pick from the many online citation Web sites listed on the Writing Resources page. TUC library also maintains a collection of handouts which includes citation guidelines for MLA, APA and others.

• How do I get a TexShare card?
  Use the online applicaton to apply for a TexShare card. Be sure to carefully read the requirements and benefits of this extraordinary library sharing tool.

SiteMap

• Ask A Librarian
  Access to your campus librarians. Use for library information not found on the websites. You can also ask for research assistance.
• Ask A Librarian (The University Center Librarian)
  If you need additional help or research assistance, use this interactive form.
• Course Reserves
  Instructors will frequently require access to additional or supplemental information important for completion of your courses. These documents will be available electronically and/or in The University Center library, Room 300.
• Databases and Indexes
  Some of the partner libraries allow off-campus access to their subscription databases and indexes.
  Please read the instructions carefully. You might be required to adjust some settings on your internet browser.
• Distance Library Services
  These pages will provide information and guidance concerning individual campus Distance Education/Learning resources.
• General Information (Hours)
  Description of location, hours and resources available in the TUC Library and Learning Resource Center. Also links to individual partner library information.
• Intra/Interlibrary Loan
  Use these online forms to request both articles and books from your individual campuses. They will perform like an email communication between you and your campus. Be sure to read the instructions carefully and fill out each form completely.
  Distance Education/Learning students may request materials from their own campus catalogs.
• Library Catalogs
  Use the online catalogs to find both book and journal titles available at individual campuses.
  Be sure to read the instructions about requesting material and access to databases.
• Library Home Pages
  Link to the "Home Page" of all partner libraries.
• Research Help
  Helpful research information and electronic handouts such as the "Research Strategy Guide" and "Evaluating Electronic Resources."
• Ready Reference: Writing Resources
  Links to excellent online resources that will help you write your research paper, correct common grammar errors, find the perfect quote or document your resources using ALA, MLA, Turabian or Chicago style.
• TexShare Information
  Important information about individual campus TexShare rules and regulations. A TexShare card permits access to other campus libraries and their resources. You may now apply for a card at The University Center. 
• TUC Databases by Subject, Alphabetically, or by Vendor.
  Access to online subscription databases via TexShare (on-campus only) and other excellent free online resources that are available both on & off campus.
• TUC Web Resources
  Use these peer-reviewed World Wide Web resources to enhance the journal, magazine and newspaper articles available through the online subscription databases.
• Tutorials
  Online tutorials can help you navigate the sometimes confusing instructions that accompany both common & uncommon software applications.

The University Center ASK-A-LIBRARIAN is available 24 hours a day.

TUC Resources | Web Resources by Subject | Research Help
Partner Library Home Pages | Campus Catalogs | Databases and Indexes
 Distance Library Services | Borrow Books/Request Articles | TexShare Information
 Ask A Librarian | Site Map/Help |  General Information (Hours)

Send comments and suggestions to: Lonna Beers Reference Librarian LSC-University Center The Woodlands, TX 77384 936.273.7562

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